Poached Salmon Capellini
Chef Perry Scaletta, La Scala According to Chef Perry, the secret to neatly plating pasta is to grab the pasta with thongs and, from the pan, start twirling it. Continue…
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Almond-Crusted Stuffed Chicken Breast
Chef Greg Anania, Bellissimo The almond crust adds a satisfying crunch to each bite of this ultra-juicy chicken loaded with rich flavours. Ingredients 4 6 oz Prairie Orchard Farms omega-3…
Pork Tenderloin with Wild Mushroom & Port Reduction
Chef Greg Anania, Bellissimo The full flavour of the pork is superbly accented by this sweet and velvety sauce. Ingredients Pork 2 Prairie Orchard Farms omega-3 pork tenderloins 1 tsp…
Tomato & Basil Sorbet with Pernod
Chef Greg Callis, Nicolino's Fleshy oxheart, brandywine or roma tomatoes are recommended for this punchy sorbet. Balsamic reduction cuts the initial sweetness, while Pernod adds a hint of licorice to…
Funghi Deliziosi
Chef/co-owner Greg Anania, Bellissimo The earthiness of mushrooms matches well with these bold flavour pals. This pan perfectly balances the salty feta and olives with sour lemon juice, and spicy…
Pesce Asiago
Chef/co-owner Greg Anania, Bellissimo This sauce is so luscious you’ll dream up other dishes to use it in. Asiago is the key—don’t use a substitute. Ingredients Roasted garlic 1 Tbsp…
Mussels Marinara
Chef Michele Di Fonte Monticchio Spice and garlic awaken taste buds in this super smooth tomato-based sauce. Ingredients 2 lb mussels 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce 2 Tbsp olive oil…
Pasta Pescatore
Chef Michele Di Fonte, Monticchio Catholic Italians traditionally prepare special seafood pastas on Christmas Eve. Ingredients 6 qt salted water 4 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp chopped garlic 12 clams,…
Classic Tiramisu
Chef Grant Mitchell Nicolino’s This classic Italian dessert has been a menu staple at Nicolino’s for more than 20 years. The decadent combination of chocolate, cream and coffee is always…
Hemp-Seed Pickerel with Northern Pike Caviar and Lemon-Caper Butter
Chef Grant Mitchell Nicolino’s Regional ingredients are showcased in this light main dish. Two of the province’s most popular freshwater fish pair perfectly with the delicate nuttiness of hemp seed.…
House-Made Porcini Gnocchi
Chef Grant Mitchell, Nicolino’s Ingredients foraged from the forest and garden create a light yet comforting pasta dish. Fresh snap peas and greens add crunch and colour. Ingredients 3 medium…